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Dr Jerry R. Smith recommends sweeping reforms for USVI hospitals
FREDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- The Chairman of the Government Hospital & Health Facilities Corporation in the US Virgin Islands (USVI), Dr Jerry R. Smith, has called for structural reforms to stabilise USVI hospitals, including reliable funding sources, centralised systems, CRNA law updates, and Medicaid match changes to break the cycle of emergency relief.
VI & USVI to meet tomorrow for more charter yacht fee discussions
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) and United States Virgin Islands (USVI) Governor Albert A. Bryan Jr. will meet in person again to continue discussions on the proposal to increase charter yacht fees for operators outside of the Virgin Islands (VI) via amendments to the Commercial Recreational Vessels Licensing Act.
US tariff uncertainty stalls VI minimum wage decision further- Premier Wheatley
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI— The long-anticipated announcement of a new minimum wage has been further delayed due to uncertainties surrounding proposed United States tariff increases that could significantly impact the cost of living in the Territory. This is according to the Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
Maritime Association airs concerns about maritime legislation amendments
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) led a discussion on the proposed amendments to the maritime legislation on Tuesday, April 8, 2025.
'Only after CoI has been completed the police have corruption?' Hon Walwyn
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Leader of the Opposition Hon Myron V. Walwyn (R6) has called out the hypocrisy of the Commission of Inquiry (CoI) and now the Law Enforcement Review Report.
VI & DR discuss economic cooperation & international trade
SANTIAGO, Chile, SA- Virgin Islands Special Envoy Mr E. Benito Wheatley and Dominican Republic Vice Minister for Economic Affairs and International Cooperation Honourable Hugo Francisco Rivera Fernández held a bilateral meeting in which they discussed the importance of a regional economic hub in the Caribbean to facilitate international trade, particularly as the world economy faces strong economic headwinds that threaten global supply chains.
'Put a task force in place quickly'- Hon Penn on US tariffs
FAT HOGS BAY, Tortola, VI- Opposition member Hon Marlon A. Penn (R8) has called on the Premier Dr the Hon Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) led government to seek the assistance of experts in understanding the true impact of the recent imposition of a 10% tariff on the Virgin Islands by the United States of America (USA) and the global trade war.
Premier Wheatley mobilises key stakeholders in response to US tariff threat
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI– Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7), on April 7, 2025, convened urgent high-level discussions with major industry stakeholders in a move to protect the Virgin Islands' economy from the ripple effects of newly-imposed tariffs by the United States Government.
When bad leaders create local heroes
Alred C. Frett
Bullies Normally Pick on the Weakest Ones:
Freedom of Choice is claimed by the masses, so no one is compelled to heed my warnings about the dangers exhibited by Donald J. Trump... Sometimes I wished that I was wrong, but it became clear that things were getting worse as every headline screamed of his Lies, atrocities and illegal behaviour… Some believed that by being quiet and going along to get along, they would escape his fire and fury, but they were wrong.
Membership mandatory for taxi operators @ TB Lettsome Airport- BVIAA
TRELLIS BAY, Beef Island, VI- The British Virgin Islands Airports Authority (BVIAA) is notifying all taxi operators who intend to provide services at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport that they are to apply for membership with the authorised Airport Taxi Association – Transportation Services (Virgin Islands) 2023 Ltd. (TSVI).
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